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The Royal Sonesta New OrleansvsThe Westin New Orleans
The Westin New Orleans Canal Place and Royal Sonesta New Orleans are both rated very highly by professional reviewers. Overall, Royal Sonesta New Orleans ranks significantly higher than The Westin New Orleans Canal Place. Royal Sonesta New Orleans ranks #5 in New Orleans with endorsements from 14 publications such as Gayot, Star Service and The Telegraph.
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Frommer's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Gayot
BlackBook
Zagat
Not For Tourists
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
300 Bourbon Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
From $126/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "The contrast between the hurly-burly of Bourbon Street and the Sonesta's elegant lobby couldn't be greater -- this is one of the classiest hotels in the Quarter." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The Royal Sonesta is Bourbon Street’s swankiest hotel, and guests can customize it to their level of party pleasure." Full review
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Low-key travelers should ask for a hushed interior room deep in the property.
DK Eyewitness "Covering almost a block in the Quarter, this hotel is like a little village with its own shops, cafés, courtyards, and personalities."
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Ask to be as far away from Bourbon Street as possible to avoid street noise.
Star Service "Spacious and beautifully appointed public rooms with marble floors, fountains and crystal chandeliers make this a prime rendezvous for locals and visitors. " Full review
Gayot "French style and New Orleans panache come together in this hotel's long, wide lobby, which is flanked by one of the French Quarter's lushest courtyards."
BlackBook "The balcony rooms over Nola's most vomited-upon boulevard offer guests the opportunity to soak in the festive ambience without the need for a Haz-Mat suit."
Zagat4.2
"The "gorgeous", "nicely decorated" quarters ("well appointed" with flat-screens and pillow-tops) at this French Quarter "favorite" sure feel "royal", but its real appeal is "location, location, location"."
Not For Tourists "A touch of class on Bourbon. First kiss-worthy courtyard."
Fodor's "Adding a touch of class to its Bourbon Street environs, the elegant Royal Sonesta is a French Quarter favorite." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Home to one of the largest and loveliest courtyard swimming pools in the city... an amazing place to relax." Full review
The Westin New Orleans Frommer's Fodor's Travel + Leisure Star Service Gayot Zagat Oyster
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet
100 Rue Iberville, New Orleans, LA 70130-1106
From $137/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "At the foot of Canal Street, the Westin is technically in the French Quarter -- but not quite of it." Full review
Fodor's "The two great views possible at this large convention hotel are enviable: two-story arched lobby windows overlook the French Quarter and rooms tower over the great bend in the Mississippi River." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located above the Shops at Canal Place mall... the Westin Canal Place is ideal for visitors who appreciate a convenient location as well as excellent views." Full review
Star Service "This is a commercial grandee that offers top-notch service, well-rounded facilities and a great location for business and pleasure." Full review
Gayot "Shoppers can take an elevator to the adjoining upscale mall, filled with such high-end retailers as Saks Fifth Avenue, Gucci and Laura Ashley."
Zagat4.3
"A "perfect" location "close to the French Quarter and Riverwalk" reels in tourists and worker bees to this "outstanding" chain member in the CBD that boasts "spectacular views of the Mississippi"."
OysterUpscale
"This luxurious chain hotel in downtown New Orleans differentiates itself from other area properties with its sky high location -- the hotel is built on a mall and parking garage." Full review
Afar Magazine "Steps from the river and New Orleans' vibrant French Quarter, our characteristic hotel offers replenishing respite and inspiring views.By
Westin AFAR." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"With 29 stories, the Westin has some of the city’s best views of the Mississippi River." Full review
